500 Kuruş (Gold Bullion Coinage) 1943-1948 front 500 Kuruş (Gold Bullion Coinage) 1943-1948 back
500 Kuruş (Gold Bullion Coinage) 1943-1948 photo
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500 Kuruş Gold Bullion Coinage

 
Gold (.917) 36.08 g -
Description
Issuer
Turkey
Period
Republic (1923-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1943-1948
Value
500 Kuruş (5&nbspTRL)
Currency
Old lira (1923-2005)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
36.08 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#62666
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The 500 Kuruş Gold Bullion Coinage from Turkey, minted between 1943 and 1948, has a unique feature - it was produced during World War II, specifically in 1944, to support Turkey's efforts in the war. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.